Serves as a resource to Investigators in the preparation and the conduct of their approved IACUC protocols.

Performs research and laboratory tasks for projects and products in collaboration with others. Uses technical discretion in the design, execution, or interpretation of experiments. Makes detailed observations, cage side observations, and provides advanced technical skills, etc., as relates to each project.

Ensures the accuracy and completeness of the QA document system, performs daily filing, organizes contents, and revises the table of contents.

Processes, dates, issues, and tracks batch records and other documentation. Assists in the organization and scheduling of events to facilitate the performance of procedures related to research projects; coordinates and participates in the performance of routine and standardized tests to include weighing animals, obtaining specimens, and observing behavioral patterns.

Troubleshoots and calibrates instruments as needed and assists with the training of entry-level employees.

Performs a variety of technical duties related to diagnostic testing of animals in a laboratory environment including clinical pathology, hematology, parasitology, microbiology, molecular diagnostics, necropsies, and histopathology. Testing includes, but is not limited to, conducting physical examinations of animals, collecting samples, performing chemical and biological tests, conducting experiments, and making determinations to obtain data in support of research.

Compiles and documents procedures and results; communicates results to investigatory and veterinary staff in a professional manner.

Serves as liaison to the Veterinarian in providing health care to the animals; performs initial observations of rodent health requests and administers initial treatments; assists in initial assessment and treatment of emergency health requests as instructed or required.

Serves as a primary technician or point of contact on providing rodent technical/surgical core services for the DUMC research community. Anesthetizes animals as required and serves as circulating surgical assistant during procedures requiring anesthetized animals; assists in animal surgery as requested.

As directed by supervisor, confers with Principal Investigators and their laboratory staff to plan diagnostic testing needed for experimental schedules, discusses animal health concerns and sample collection requirements, and assists in technical training of research staff and some procedures/protocols.

As directed by supervisor, assists in billing of surgical/technical services and specialized projects as assigned.

Performs on-call requirements as assigned which include weekend and holiday rotations. Performs other related duties as required by the veterinary staff.

Requisition Number401379721

LocationDurham

Duke EntityMEDICAL CENTER

Job Code951 RESEARCH TECHNICIAN II

Job Family Level08

Exempt/Non-ExemptNon-exempt

Full Time / Part TimeFULL TIME

Regular / TemporaryRegular

ShiftFirst/Day

Minimum QualificationsDuke University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values. Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.

Education

Work requires a bachelor's degree in botany, biology, zoology or other science related scientific field.

Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.